ACC Rising Stars Asia Cup Schedule and India A Group B Fixtures Revealed

Doha, Qatar – The full itinerary for the ACC Rising Stars Asia Cup has been released, confirming that the tournament will run from November 19 to 29.

India A has been drawn in Group B alongside Pakistan A, Nepal and the United Arab Emirates. The group‑stage fixtures are set as follows:

• November 20 – India A vs Nepal at West End Park International Stadium. • November 22 – India A vs Pakistan A at the same venue. • November 24 – India A vs United Arab Emirates at Doha University for Science & Technology.

The top two sides from each group will qualify for the semi‑finals scheduled for November 26 and 27, with the championship match slated for November 29.

The India A roster, confirmed after a late change, includes Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, wicket‑keeper Prabhsimran Singh, captain Tilak Verma, vice‑captain Rinku Singh, wicket‑keeper Kumar Kushagra, Suryansh Shedge, Shahbaz Ahmed, Vipraj Nigam, Harsh Dubey, Tanuj Kotian, Harshit Rana, Prince Yadav, Arshad Khan and Ayush Badoni.

Rajat Patidar withdrew from the squad, opting out of 50‑over selection due to injury concerns. His spot was filled by Ayush Badoni, and the leadership reshuffle elevated Rinku Singh to vice‑captain.

Patidar is now preparing to lead Madhya Pradesh in the Saif Ali Trophy, which begins on November 14. His state has been placed in Elite Group C, with the first four matches scheduled in New Chandigarh and the remaining games in Mohali.

Cricket fans can expect a tightly contested group stage, with India A aiming to progress to the knock‑out rounds and contend for the title.